Taj Ganges Varanasi

$$$$||View on mapVaranasi, IndiaNadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, India, 221002|
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Taj Ganges Varanasi
Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, India, 221002·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Cleanliness9.1
Staff9.1
Comfort9.0
Location8.9
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Families49%
Couples21%
Groups13%
Business9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Cleanliness9.1
Staff9.1
Comfort9.0
Location8.9
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Families49%
Couples21%
Groups13%
Business9%

5-star heritage hotel on 16 hectares of tropical gardens in Varanasi

Rooms & Grounds

Taj Ganges Varanasi offers 130 modern air-conditioned rooms, each with views of the garden, pool, or city. The hotel sits on 16 hectares of tropical gardens, with mango orchards and original period furniture in common areas. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and garden for relaxation.

Dining

Guests have two on-site restaurants: Chowk coffee shop serves Indian, Pan-Asian, and international dishes via buffet or à la carte. Varuna restaurant provides authentic Indian fine dining, including the Banarasi Thali. The Prinsep Bar offers wines and cocktails, and 24-hour room service is available for all meals.

Wellness

The JIVA Spa offers treatments based on traditional Indian wellness therapies, with massage services and a spa and wellness center. An outdoor swimming pool is open all year, and a fitness center is available for exercise. Guests can also use the garden for walks or meditation.

Business & Services

The hotel provides 500 m² of meeting and event space with banquet facilities. A business center with fax and photocopying services supports work needs. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, currency exchange, luggage storage, and tour desk assistance.

Location & Policies

Taj Ganges Varanasi is located 1 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station and 21 km from Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport. The property is 6 km from Varanasi City Centre (Chowk) and close to attractions like Sarnath, Bharat Mata, and JVH Mall. The hotel is a pet-friendly property with additional accommodations, and car hire is available.

  • Rooms & Grounds: 130 rooms with garden, pool, or city views set on 16 hectares
  • Dining: 2 restaurants serving Banarasi thalis and 24-hour room service
  • Wellness: JIVA Spa with traditional Indian wellness therapies
  • Business: 500 m² of meeting space with banquet facilities
  • Location: 1 km from Varanasi Junction and 21 km from Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport
  • Pet-Friendly: Pet-friendly hotel with additional accommodations
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of INR 875.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2010
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:230
Former name
Taj
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Rooms and availability

Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Executive King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Executive One-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Spa & wellness centre

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Massage

Room view

  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Essential information about Taj Ganges Varanasi

💵 Lowest room price 59 £
📏 Distance to centre 2.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 26.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Varanasi, VNS

Location

Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, India, 221002
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Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, India, 221002
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Reviews of Taj Ganges Varanasi

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FAQ about Taj Ganges Varanasi

Which popular attractions are located near the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel?
Highly rated landmark Ganges River set 4.3 km from the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel, as well as Kashi placed approximately a 10-minute ride away are well worth visiting.
What is the closest airport to the Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel?
Varanasi airport is located within a 40-minute drive (30 km) from the Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel.
Can I leave my car in the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi parking lot for free?
Yes, the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi provides parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-fast food restaurant Burgerking family restaurant offering Asian cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the Taj Ganges Varanasi?
Guests of the Taj Ganges Varanasi can check in from 14:00 to 23:30 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at Taj Ganges Varanasi?
The prices at Taj Ganges Varanasi start from $80.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel?
Payment methods in the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel include:
  • сash
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • American Express
What kinds of rooms does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers such room types as Superior Room, Superior Twin Room, and Deluxe Twin Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel?
Each room at the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel is equipped with an air conditioner to ensure that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay. As a result, guests consistently rate the rooms 9.1/10 for comfort.
Do you have a pool at the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi?
Yes, the 5-star Taj Ganges Varanasi features a year-round outdoor pool.
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